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NEMO

Above a tunnel overseeing the IJ, NEMO is the largest science museum in the Netherlands. It's a showcase of how scientific phenomena influence daily life. Different sections of the museum deal with technology and engineering, ICT, and bio- and behavioral sciences. This is a place to take kids and is best for those ages 11 and below—teenagers will probably get bored. And it is usually definitely full of children on weekends. During summer it has a panorama roof terrace on its roof with deckchairs with free entry.

Address: Oosterdok 2
Getting there: bus 32, 33 or 34 to Prins Hendrikkade/IJ-tunnel
Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00
Price: €11.50
Website: nemosciencemuseum.nl (opens in a new tab)

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